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The Business Of Systems Integration
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Over The Past Decade Or So, Systems Integration Has Become A Key Factor In The Operations, Strategy And Competitive Advantage Of Major Corporations In A Wide Variety Of Sectors (I.E. Computing, Automotive, Telecommunications, Military Systems And Aerospace). Systems Integration Is A Strategic Task That Pervades Business Management Not Only At The Technical Level But Also At The Management And Strategic Levels. This Book Shows Bow And Why This New Kind Of Systems Integration Has Evolved Into An Emerging Model Of Industrial Organization Whereby Firms, And Groups Of Firms Join Together Different Types Of Knowledge, Skill And Activity, As Well As Hardware, Software And Human Resources To Produce New Products For The Marketplace. This Book Is The First To Systematically Explore Systems Integration From A Business And Innovation Perspective. Contributors Delve Deeply Into The Nature, Dimensions And Dynamics Of The New Systems Integration, Deploying Research And Analytical Techniques From A Wide Variety Of Disciplines Including The Theory Of The Firm, The History Of Technology, Industrial Organization, Regional Studies, Strategic Management, And Innovation Studies. This Wealth Of Research Capability Provides Deep Insights Into The New Model Of Systems Integration And Supports This With An Abundance Of Empirical Evidence. The Book Is Organized In Three Main Parts. The First Part Focuses On The History Of Systems Integration. Contributors Trace The Early History Of Systems Integration Using Different Industrial Examples. The Second Part Presents Theoretical And Analytical Aspects Of Systems Integration. Contributions Concentrate On The Regulatory And Cognitive Features Of Systems Integration, The Relationships Between Systems Integration And Regional Competitive Advantage, And The Way In Which Systems Integration Supports The Competitive Advantage Of Firms. The Third Part Takes Industry And Firmlevel Approaches. Contributions Focus On Different Sectors And Highlight The Specificity Of Systems Integration In Various Industrial Domains, Stressing Its Importance For Systems Integration In The Case Of Complex Capital Goods, Such As Aircraft And Telecommunications Equipment As Well As Consumer Goods, Such As Personal Computers And Automobiles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Business of Systems Integration: 2nd edn'? A: The book primarily focuses on the evolving role of systems integration in various industries, highlighting its significance in business strategy, operations, and competitive advantage.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Business of Systems Integration: 2nd edn' is Andrea Prencipe.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers the history of systems integration, theoretical aspects, and industry-specific approaches, including the regulatory features and cognitive aspects related to competitive advantage.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 374 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on June 30, 2005.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in systems integration? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of systems integration, making it accessible for beginners while also offering in-depth insights for more experienced readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book features a paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include empirical evidence to support its claims? A: Yes, the book is supported by a wealth of empirical evidence from various disciplines related to systems integration.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding systems integration in multiple industries? A: Absolutely, the book explores systems integration across multiple sectors such as computing, telecommunications, and automotive, providing a broad perspective on its applications.